This startup provides a crowdsourced platform called the Accessibility Mapping System (AMS) that collects over 250 data points on accessibility features from hotels and tour operators worldwide. It enables users with disabilities to access detailed information about travel products, facilitating informed booking decisions and enhancing their travel experiences.
Funding
$10.7M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Travelers with disabilities face significant challenges in finding reliable and detailed accessibility information for hotels, tours, and activities, leading to uncertainty and potential disappointment. The lack of comprehensive data makes it difficult to plan trips confidently, often resulting in unsuitable accommodations or experiences.
Solution
Wheel the World is an online travel platform that provides detailed accessibility information, empowering travelers with disabilities to book hotels, tours, and activities with confidence. The platform aggregates over 250 data points on accessibility features, enabling users to find travel products that meet their specific needs. By providing comprehensive information and a community forum, Wheel the World facilitates informed booking decisions and enhances the overall travel experience for people with disabilities.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers who require detailed accessibility information to plan and book travel arrangements.
Features
- Detailed accessibility information for hotels, tours, and activities, including specific measurements and features.
- Verified destination program to ensure the accuracy and reliability of accessibility data.
- Community forum for travelers to share tips, advice, and experiences related to accessible travel.
- Search filters to find travel options based on specific accessibility requirements.
- Booking platform for hotels, tours, multi-day trips, transportation, rentals, and group tours.